Fundamentals of Hazardous Materials Handling
Overview
Fundamentals of Hazardous Materials Handling builds the judgement to spot hazards early, control them properly and lead a safety culture that people follow when nobody is watching. It is designed for participants who are new to the subject or want a solid, structured foundation.
What you will be able to do
- Explain the key concepts, terminology and standards of Hazardous Materials Handling.
- Describe emergency preparedness and response.
- Carry out routine tasks related to leading indicators and safety culture safely and correctly.
- Recognise early warning signs in legal duties, standards and management systems and escalate them.
- Use checklists and simple tools to support daily work.
Who should attend
- Staff new to the subject or moving into the role
- HSE officers, engineers and managers
- Supervisors and team leaders
- Operations and maintenance staff
- Contractor safety coordinators
Daily outline
- Day 1Introduction to Hazardous Materials Handling: concepts, terminology and standards
- Day 2Emergency preparedness and response
- Day 3Leading indicators and safety culture
- Day 4Legal duties, standards and management systems
- Day 5Practical exercises, review and assessment
Sessions 2027–2030
| Dates | City | Fee | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14–18 June 2027 | MADMadrid | $4,500 | Register |
| 13–17 September 2027 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 12–16 December 2027 | JEDJeddah | $4,500 | Register |
| 20–24 March 2028 | MADMadrid | $4,500 | Register |
| 25–29 September 2028 | LONLondon | $4,500 | Register |
| 11–15 December 2028 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 22–26 January 2029 | LONLondon | $4,500 | Register |
| 9–13 April 2029 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 22–26 July 2029 | RUHRiyadh | $4,500 | Register |
| 11–15 March 2030 | LONLondon | $4,500 | Register |
| 10–14 June 2030 | WEB Online | $2,500 | Register |
| 15–19 September 2030 | MCTMuscat | $4,500 | Register |
The Hazardous Materials Handling series
Frequently asked questions
How much does Fundamentals of Hazardous Materials Handling cost?
The fee is US$2,500 per participant online or US$4,500 in the classroom for 5 days.
Where and when is the course held?
Sessions run from 2027 to 2030 in Madrid, Jeddah, London, Riyadh and Muscat, and live online. See the session table above for exact dates.
What certificate will I receive?
Participants who complete the course receive an SGT certificate of completion showing the training hours.
In which language is the course delivered?
Sessions are delivered in English or Arabic. Tell us your preferred language when you register.
Can SGT deliver this course in-house?
Yes. For groups we deliver the course at your premises in any city, with content adapted to your equipment and procedures.
How do I register?
Send the course name, city and dates on WhatsApp to +20 106 597 6553. We reply with booking confirmation and registration steps.